Community Health Worker

IU Health • Lafayette, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position plays a crucial role in HIV case management through our Linkage to Care (LTC) program. The LTC component focuses on locating patients who have fallen out of HIV care, engaging them back into medical and social services, and collaborating with healthcare and community partners to improve health outcomes. This LTC position, based in Lafayette with supporting staff in Bloomington and Muncie, also completes specialized Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) training through the Indiana Department of Health to receive direct HIV referrals from the state. Serves as a bridge between the client, health care, and social service systems. This role is primarily community–based, supporting clients engaged in chronic disease management and/or health condition programs. Assists clients with education, care coordination, and/or enrollment into Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) services for conditions such as hypertension, obesity, maternal health and/or other targeted health conditions, as well as performs testing for these conditions. Conducts occasional home visits to support client needs, assess barriers to care, and ensure effective use of remote monitoring equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Must obtain a Community Health Worker certification within 1 year of hire, in accordance with state and organizational standards.
• Requires basic computer skills.
• Requires knowledge of medical, community, and social resources.
• Requires reliable personal transportation to meet home visitation expectations.

Nice To Haves

• Ongoing continuing education may be required to maintain certification.

Responsibilities

• Locate patients who have fallen out of HIV care.
• Engage patients back into medical and social services.
• Collaborate with healthcare and community partners to improve health outcomes.
• Complete specialized Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) training.
• Serve as a bridge between the client, health care, and social service systems.
• Support clients engaged in chronic disease management and/or health condition programs.
• Assist clients with education, care coordination, and/or enrollment into Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) services.
• Perform testing for conditions such as hypertension, obesity, maternal health, and/or other targeted health conditions.
• Conduct occasional home visits to support client needs, assess barriers to care, and ensure effective use of remote monitoring equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED